Discreet

Pronunciation: /dɪˈskrit/

Definitions of discreet

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

Example Sentences

A1 She was very discreet about the surprise party.

A2 He whispered in a discreet manner so no one else could hear.

B1 The discreet packaging ensured that no one knew what was inside.

B2 The lawyer handled the sensitive information in a discreet manner.

C1 The diplomat was known for being discreet in his negotiations.

C2 The spy was trained to be discreet in all of his actions.

Examples of discreet in a Sentence

formal It is important to be discreet when handling sensitive information.

informal Can you be discreet about our plans for the surprise party?

slang Let's keep this between us, we need to be discreet.

figurative The detective was discreet in his investigation, not drawing attention to himself.

Grammatical Forms of discreet

• past tense: discreeted
• plural: discreets
• comparative: more discreet
• superlative: most discreet
• present tense: discreets
• future tense: will discreet
• perfect tense: has discreet
• continuous tense: is discreetting
• singular: discreet
• positive degree: discreet
• infinitive: to discreet
• gerund: discreeting
• participle: discreeted

Origin and Evolution of discreet

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'discreet' originated from the Latin word 'discretus', which means separate or distinct.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'discreet' evolved to mean showing good judgment and cautious in one's actions, maintaining privacy or secrecy, and being careful not to attract attention.